As of 5:15 a.m. MDT on Saturday, June 27, Denver is clear and mild with temperatures near 66°F. By this afternoon, the metro area is expected to bake under hot sunshine, with highs in the low-to-mid 90s. Breezy conditions, especially near the foothills, will make that heat feel even more intense before overnight lows slide back into the low 60s.
Today: Heat, Gusty Southwest Winds and Mountain Red Flags
Mostly sunny skies will stick around, but southwest winds are set to crank up through the afternoon, with peak temperatures arriving roughly between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. South-southwest winds are forecast at 7 to 17 mph with gusts up to 28 mph across the plains, while higher terrain could see gusts between 35 and 50 mph. A Red Flag Warning for critical fire weather is in effect from 11 a.m. to midnight MDT for portions of the high country, and a Fire Weather Watch is posted for Sunday. An isolated severe thunderstorm is possible over the far northeast plains this afternoon into early evening, according to the National Weather Service Denver/Boulder.
Stay Cool and Avoid Fires
With hot, dry, and windy conditions lining up, officials are urging residents to skip any outdoor burning and to secure loose outdoor items that could turn into airborne debris. The city is opening recreation centers and some libraries as cooling centers for anyone who needs air-conditioned space, with local lists and hours published by Denver7. If you or someone you know is vulnerable, including older adults, infants, or people without reliable air conditioning, plan to use a cooling site, check on neighbors and avoid strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day.
Looking Ahead
The warm, dry setup looks to hold into next week, with daytime highs mainly in the low 90s and a noticeable jump late in the week as forecast highs climb into the upper 90s and near 100°F by Thursday and Friday. Rain chances along the I-25 corridor stay minimal through midweek, with only a slight chance of storms over the plains Tuesday evening. Before locking in outdoor plans, keep an eye on forecast updates and be ready to shift activities to mornings or evenings during the hottest stretches.
